Field Spaniel
The gentle, versatile spaniel built for the field
Docile, intelligent, and affectionate, the Field Spaniel is a versatile sporting dog with a calm temperament and a devoted nature.
Breed Statistics
Compatibility Overview
Personality & Temperament
The Field Spaniel is a gentle, even-tempered dog with a calm disposition and a genuine affection for its family. It tends to be sensitive and responds poorly to harsh handling, thriving instead with patient, positive guidance. This breed is generally good with children and other pets and adapts well to a variety of home environments. It can be reserved with strangers initially but warms up with time. The Field Spaniel suits owners who want a quiet, devoted companion with moderate exercise needs.
Daily Exercise
Moderate (30–60 min)
Recommended daily activity to keep this breed healthy and happy.
Known Health Conditions
- Hip Dysplasia
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
- Hypothyroidism
- Ear Infections
- Autoimmune Thyroiditis
- Subaortic Stenosis
- Cataracts
- Allergies
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